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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters 33 - 45.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For the common man, what are the consequences of having too many rules and regulations in religion according to Usbek?
(a) He doesn't know what pleases God.
(b) He doesn't care about the rules.
(c) He makes his own rules.
(d) He follows them like a machine.

2. From whose excrement does the pig come from according to the Mullah in letter 17?
(a) Cow.
(b) Elephant.
(c) Horse.
(d) Men.

3. How is the Ottoman Empire according to Usbek?
(a) Troubled.
(b) At war.
(c) Expanding.
(d) Recovering.

4. How long has Usbek been in Paris by the time he sends letter 22?
(a) Over a month
(b) He just arrived.
(c) Over a week.
(d) Over three months.

5. What does Usbek say in letter 19 that the white eunuch should be thankful for?
(a) Not being sold.
(b) Not being fired.
(c) Not being dead.
(d) Not being beaten.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Usbek request of his correspondent in the 1st letter?

2. What does Rica do to blend in in Paris?

3. What is Usbek asking his correspondent in letter 33?

4. What is the real reason for Usbek trip?

5. What is the main topic of letter 34?

(see the answer key)

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